ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES

LINCOLN COUNTY

 

 

Alzheimer’s Diagnosis and Evaluation:  Through a comprehensive assessment, a team consisting of a geriatric physician and/or nurse, social worker and specialized staff determine tfhe the type of memory disorder or dementia.  Information about the disease and assistance in obtaining the necessary resources to provide the most appropriate care are provided.  Maine’s evaluation centers are listed below:

·         The Center for Healthy Aging, Bangor

                  (207) 973-7094

·         Community Health and Counseling Services and Maine Coast Physician’s Affiliate, Bangor

(207) 947-0366

·         AGES Program, University of New England, Biddeford and Portland

1-800-930-2437 and (207) 283-4882

·         The Alzheimer’s and Memory Center, Eastern Neurology Associates, Bangor

(207) 947-0558

·         Memory Clinic, Cary Medical Center, Caribou

                  (207) 498-3111 ext. 1394

·         Gardiner Evaluation Unit, Gardiner

(207) 626-1773

·         MMC Geriatric Center, PortlandScarborough

871-2847

 

Geriatricians:  Physicians specializing in the care of the elderly.

               John Andrews, MD                  6 St Andrews Lane   Boothbay Harbor                633-5353

               Edward Kitfield, MD                66 Water Street        Wiscasset                          882-6008

 

Elder Law Attorneys:  Specifically knowledgeable about the laws and regulations that affect the elderly, including powers of attorney, guardianship, transfer of assets and Medicaid and Medicare.

               Lawyer Referral and Information Service                                                  1-800-860-1460

               Legal Services for the Elderly                                                                   1-800-750-5353

               Volunteer Lawyers Project                                                                         1-800-442-4293

               Carl “Chip” Griffin                 59 Atlantic Avenue      Boothbay Harbor               633-6300  

 

In-Home Respite:  Funds are available through the Partners in Caring Program to pay for in-home respite and overnight respite at home or in a facility to give caregivers some time off.  With temporary relief, families may be able to care for the person with dementia at home much longer than would otherwise be possible. For more information, contact:

               Senior Spectrum                                                                                     1-800-639-1553

 

Support Groups:  Led by an experienced facilitator, caregivers have the opportunity to share experiences and get support and emotional encouragement from others.

                                Riverside at Chase PointDamariscotta      DamariscottaSenior Spectrum                                                       563-4625

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Adult Day Services:  Day care centers provide a safe, structured setting, which can help to maintain functioning as long as possible.

               Riverside Adult Day Center    51 Schooner Street  Damariscotta                     563-4625

 

Home Health Agencies:  Visiting nurses, home health aides, personal care assistants, and homemakers can provide services in the home ranging from personal care to health care and professional care.

               Bridges                                                                                                      1-800-876-9212

               Miles Home Health & Hospice40 Belvedere Rd     Damariscotta             1-800-636-6125

               St Andrews HHA                     3 St Andrews Lane   Boothbay Harbor                633-2121

               Kno-Wal-Lin                            RR 1 Box 83             Damariscotta                     563-5119

               Miles Home Health                  RR 2                         Damariscotta                     563-4592

 

 

Residential Care/Assisted Living Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units:  Residential care and assisted living (AL) facilities serve individuals who need supervision around the clock, but do not yet have the medical problems that require nursing home placement.

Alz          Riverside at Chase Point (AL)                                  Damariscotta                     563-4200

Alz          Fieldcrest Manor NH               126 Depot Street      Waldoboro                          832-5343

Alz          St. Andrews Village “Safe Havens”  145 Emery Lane  Boothbay Hrbr               633-0920

 

 

Nursing Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units:  Nursing facilities serve people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias who have medical needs that require nursing care.

     Alz     Fieldcrest Manor NH               Depot Street             Waldoboro                          832-5343

    

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:

 

THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION

MAINE CHAPTER

PORTLAND, ME

1-800-660-2871

 

This list does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation.

 

11/97

Updated 2/98, 10/98, 5/99, 3/00, 3/01, 12/01, 7/02